Medicare Planning
Medicare planning news and analysis, including coverage of the Medicare Advantage program, Medicare supplement insurance, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly plans.
Medicare's IRMAA: Avoiding Post-Retirement Sticker Shock
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesFor some retiring clients, avoiding the surcharge could be as simple as filling out a form.
December 29, 2023
Clients Retiring in 2024 Need to Know About These ChangesHere are some planning strategies to help your clients take advantage of new rules and expected developments.
December 26, 2023
Next Up: Medicare Advantage Open EnrollmentFrom January through March, clients with Medicare Advantage can make changes to their plan.
December 12, 2023
House Votes 320-71 for Health Transparency BillRep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers' committee has just approved a package of other health bills.
December 05, 2023
10 Medicare Bills That Might Actually Become LawHouse Energy and Commerce Committee members are considering several pieces of health care legislation this afternoon.
November 30, 2023
Top 10 States for Medicare Advantage Search InterestWe asked Google Trends to look into its crystal ball during the ongoing annual enrollment period.
November 29, 2023
Wells Fargo Analysts See Antitrust Obstacles for Cigna-Humana DealCigna has a much smaller Medicare Advantage market share but is big in Texas.